Usually whoever finances the recording. Often, this is a record label but can be the independent artists.​

What is a Master License?

Gives the license holder the right to use a recorded piece of music in a media project such a film, TV show, commercial or another visual creation or audio project.

Only one issued per song​

Why is a Master License important to you?

In order to use a song in a visual project, you must have a sync license and master license.

There are typically multiple owners of a piece of music, so everyone has to approve the use. The agreement covers the scope of how the music will be used, including the right to play or perform the music publicly.​